Asphalt Plant Operator

Allan Myers • Reading, PA

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About The Position

Work as part of a crew at an asphalt production facility for Allan Myers, a heavy civil construction and construction materials company serving the Mid-Atlantic. The role operates automated drum and batch asphalt plant systems, coordinates production and material loadout, and helps keep plant operations safe, efficient, and reliable. Employees may perform several roles at the facility, sometimes within the same shift. Training and personal development are provided, and advancement within the company is promoted.

The work takes place in a fast-paced industrial environment and supports large-scale heavy civil construction projects. The position may involve working in a control tower, outdoors, and inside mobile or stationary equipment. Appropriate PPE, monitoring systems, and precautions are used to avoid hazards. Physical labor can range from light to heavy.

Allan Myers describes itself as a leading self-performing heavy civil construction and construction materials company, with offices, quarries, and asphalt plants across the Mid-Atlantic. The company builds highways, bridges, and public water and wastewater infrastructure. It states that it offers competitive pay, generous benefits, extensive training, and opportunities for internal advancement.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic mechanical skills.
• Basic knowledge of computers.
• Commitment to safety and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Equipment operation experience.
• Mechanical skills beyond the basic level.
• Experience with mobile or stationary equipment.
• Experience in manufacturing or construction industries.
• Critical thinking, communication, learning, focus, and a hard-working attitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate automated drum and batch asphalt plant systems using computer systems and control boards.
• Coordinate with quality control personnel to meet specifications and adjust mix formulas and production as needed.
• Monitor plant status and adjust plant operations; load material onto dump trucks and dispatch trucks.
• Coordinate with internal paving crews, project teams, and external customers to adjust production, maximize profits, minimize waste, maintain or improve quality, and support customer satisfaction.
• Keep the plant operating at optimal performance to avoid downtime.
• Maintain a safe working environment, participate in safety discussions, and support the company’s safety vision.
• Schedule production needs for the following day and adjust the current day’s schedule.
• Complete daily, weekly, and monthly documentation and reporting as needed.
• Plan the next day’s production and order raw materials.
• Assist with preventative maintenance, scheduled repairs, breakdown repairs, and winter maintenance repairs.
• Identify ways to eliminate downtime and provide innovative solutions.
• Operate equipment as needed, including a CAT 980 or 966 Loader to feed raw materials into cold feed or recycle bins and manage the stockyard; other equipment may include manlifts, material handlers, skid steers, and forklifts.
• Complete pre-shift equipment inspections and help maintain equipment.

Benefits

• Generous benefits.
• Extensive training and personal development.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement, including promotion from within.
• Competitive pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED